Quick facts
  • What we do:
    Web Filtering and Safeguarding Solutions Provider
  • Year established:
    2001
  • Website:
    http://www.smoothwall.com
  • Contact
    • 1 Savannah Way, Leeds Valley Business Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1AB

About Smoothwall

Smoothwall are specialist developers of web filtering, monitoring and safeguarding solutions used around the globe in the public and private sectors, and are dedicated to providing the tools required to keep vulnerable users safe online.

They are known for pioneering the development of real-time, content-aware web filtering, and have also launched monitoring and safeguarding solutions that cater to the needs of challenging markets, such as education, healthcare and enterprise.

Smoothwall have operating bases in Leeds in the UK and Charlotte in the US, with partners in more than 60 countries around the globe. Their dedication to future-proof solutions and meaningful technological advances is matched by their commitment to building an enjoyable and engaging working environment for their team.

Former Tesla Director Georg Ell became Smoothwall’s Chief Executive Officer in 2018, and now leads a team of more than 150 employees across their UK and US offices.

What is it like to work for Smoothwall

Personal Growth
Personal Growth
In addition to essential routine training, each employee is given £1,000 per year to spend on their development, whether this pertains to their current role or their future career. Smoothwall also offer paid leave for employees attending conferences that are relevant to their roles.
Wellbeing
Wellbeing
Smoothwall host a wellbeing week each year, including activities such as sleep workshops, walking challenges, mindfulness sessions and yoga. The company also has eight trained mental health first aiders around the business, who are accessible to all staff members.
My Company
My Company
Smoothwall have enjoyed great success in implementing a new flexible working policy that has greatly enhanced employee engagement and recruitment efforts. They have received glowing feedback from staff, who are now enjoying a much better work-life balance, and a clearer focus on results.

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Benefits:

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    Holidays

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    Gym

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  • Health Insurance
    Health Insurance

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  • Maternity
    Maternity

    At least 10 weeks’ full pay or generous alternative

Company Statistics

  • UK sites:

    1

  • Staff Turnover:

    15%

  • Average Age:

    33

  • Earning £35,000+:

    54%

  • Male : Female:

    73% / 27%

  • Staff:

    90

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